A proven track record in:
Media Production
Broadcast Journalism
News Writing
Digital Media
Online Journalism
I have a vast work experience, including working in senior posts for Sky News Arabia, Al-Arabiya, Al-Jazeera and Al-Hurra news Channels.
In June 2011, I was appointed Head of Output of Sky News Arabia, the Arabic language service based in Abu Dhabi. I played a major role in the recruitment and training of a team of 100+ output journalists and creative staff across TV and digital platforms, and devising the channel's schedule.
In addition, I have an excellent knowledge of media developments, familiarity with relevant research methods and sources and a proven track record of writing and editing.
Additional qualifications:
• I am a self-starter with strong knowledge of social media channels, trends, tools, practices and strategies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, proofreading and writing skills.
• I am also familiar with social media analytics and monitoring tools, with basic HTML knowledge and MS Office applications, and adept at learning new applications.
• Excellent oral communications skills.
• Confidence and ability to deal with people at all levels of the organization.
• The ability to contribute to strategic plans and implement tactical initiatives.
• Creative and innovative approach.
• Ability to monitor evolving online outreach strategies and trends, including Facebook, Twitter and other social media, mobile and multimedia.
• Ability to manage outreach to bloggers and other social influencers as required, through social media, or otherwise, working with colleagues across the Institution.
• Strong decision-making skills with successful experience influencing and leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong people management skills.
• Creative flair to bring fresh ideas to positioning and marketing campaigns.
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, always-on environment.
